Bai Tu Long Bay 3-Day Private Cruise Tour from Hanoi

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration3 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This thoughtfully designed itinerary brings travelers to some of the most captivating corners of Bai Tu Long Bay. Along the way, guests can kayak through serene waters, swim in secluded coves, join a hands-on cooking session, and take time to connect with the bay’s natural beauty.

Balancing quiet exploration with immersive activities, this 3-day, 2-night private journey offers a more personal way to experience one of Vietnam’s most breathtaking coastal regions—at your own pace, and with deeper insight into its rhythms and stories.

What's included

  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Kayak
  • Excursions & cave visit* as indicated in the program
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Private boat with air-conditioned en-suite cabin(s) for your group
  • Transportation
  • Two bottles of water in cabin daily
  • Massage, spa treatments, personal service
  • Tips for tourguide and driver

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay
  1. Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam
    Pass by
    08:00 – 08:30 Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter (A short break on route for refreshments about 20 minutes)
  2. Halong Bay
    1h · Admission ticket included
    11:30
    Arrive at the Cruise Center, located within the Tuan Chau International Marina.
    12:00
    Board the Cruise and check out your cabin before heading to the restaurant for a safety briefing. Enjoy the welcome drink while meeting the Cruise Manager and the crew.
    12:30
    Enjoy a fusion lunch as the boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, passing Trong Mai Islet.
  3. Halong Pearl
    3h · Admission ticket included
    15:00
    Kayak around the Tung Sau Area. Surrounded by cascading mountains that jut out from the jewel-colored waters of the bay, this place is an isolated region of water in Halong used for pearl farming.
    17:00
    Return to the boat and freshen up for the evening’s activities.
    17:30
    Join the exciting cooking demonstration in the restaurant. Don’t miss out on the stunning view of the sunset over the enchanting Halong Bay from the sundeck of the boat.
  4. Halong Bay
    7h · Admission ticket included
    19:00
    Savor the delicious dinner in the restaurant.
    21:00
    Free time to enjoy a drink at the bar or stargaze on the sundeck.
    Retire to your cabin for a good night's sleep.
Day 2: Bai Tu Long Bay
  1. Bai Tu Long Bay
    4h
    06:15: Rise with the sun and welcome the new day with a Tai Chi lesson.
    10:00: Enjoy a hearty breakfast while the boat starts cruising to the next attraction.
  2. Vung Vieng Fishing Village
    6h · Admission ticket included
    08:30 Choose to explore the charming Vung Vieng Fishing Village by either kayak or rowing boat. You will no tonly be immersed in the quiet and peaceful location viewing the charming landscape and discovering the cultural life of the fishermen but also will be instructed in the fine arts of sailing and casting fishnets.
    Return to the Cruise for some time at leisure to relax.
  3. Thien Canh Son Cave
    2h · Admission ticket included
    14:30 Discover the enchanting beauty of Thien Canh Son Cave, known as the 'theater in the heart of the sea,' where glittering stalactites and wavy domes form mesmerizing shapes like stone statues, dragons, and flowers, evoking a magical, otherworldly charm.
    Return to the Cruise and freshen-up.
  4. Bai Tu Long Bay
    4h · Admission ticket included
    17:00 - 21:00 It’s time to fully relax with Bhaya’s complimentary herbal foot bath. This traditional remedy is made from medicinal plants grown in the Northwest region of Vietnam and infused with mineral salts, activated carbon and natural herbs such as ginger, mint, cinnamon, ... helping to relieve muscle fatigue and promote restful sleep for all passengers.
    Delicious set-dinner is ready onboard.
    Nightfall over the bay. Rest in your cabin or watch the stars while sipping a drink.
Day 3: Bai Tu Long Bay - Hanoi
  1. Halong Bay
    15m · Admission ticket included
    06:15
    Rejuvenate the body and mind with a refreshing Tai Chi lesson during sunrise on the sundeck as complimentary tea and coffee are served.
    07:30
    Don’t forget to have a light breakfast amidst the stunning views of the World Heritage Site.
  2. Halong Bay
    2h · Admission ticket included
    08:00
    You have free time to unwind in the breathtaking views of HaLong Bay's serene emerald waters and majestic limestone karsts.
    Enjoy the brunch served in the restaurant while the boat cruises back to the port.
    Say good-bye to your crew and disembark at Tuan Chau International Marina with memories fit to last a lifetime of your Gulf of Tonkin journey!
  3. Hanoi
    Pass by
    14:30-14:45: Arrive at approximately

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Opposite the Opera House, at the intersection of Hai Ba Trung Street and Le Thanh Tong Street.
Our guide will be waiting for you at your hotel and wearing T-shirt with our logo.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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